Santa Fe de Antioquia Tours & Attractions

This is a full day tour that takes you back in history to the first colonized town in Antioquia called Santa Fé de Antioquia. It is one of the most significant villages in our geography due to the arrival of Spanish troops more than 400 years ago.
Duration: 8 hours.

You'll enjoy a walking tour of Santa Fe de Antioquia; the first capital of Antioquia and the location for both the planning and signing of the independence of Antioquia. Declared a national monument in 1960 its 300-year-old houses cannot be modified making it the best-preserved community to appreciate colonial-style architecture in Colombia.

Next you carry on to the Western Suspension Bridge; made by the same engineer associated with the Brooklyn Bridge Among the oldest bridges in Colombia and proclaimed a National Monument in 1976.
Duration: 9 hours.

Colonial architecture, nature, amazing scenery, history and more. This 7.5-hour tour has everything to offer.

Did you know that Santa Fe de Antioquia held the title of capital of Antioquia more time than Medellin?

With this entertaining Santa Fe de Antioquia Tour you end up knowing more than most of the locals of our region's history and traditions.

In MedellinDayTrips we show you more than just the Santa Fe de Antioquia town, we also include a visit to cross one of the longest suspension bridges in the world from the late 1800´s.

As an optional activity we offer you a hot air balloon private experience with views that will blow your mind. If you love relaxing exerience, doing something different and green mountains this addition is 100% for you.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

We pick up the travelers at the hotel where they are staying and after the Tour we leave them again in that place, so they are not at risk of getting lost. We have Certified Professional Tourism guides to ensure that the traveler can have the best travel experience. The Santa Fe de Antioquia Tour is led by a Certified Professional Tourism Guide, through which we will know the history and architectural heritage by which this place is so well known. Our travelers have a medical insurance policy for any news that may occur. We are a company with more than 10 years of experience.
Duration: 6 hours.

In this private tour we will take a tour of the beautiful western Antioquia. We will visit the beautiful colonial town of Santa Fe de Antioquia and some of its emblematic places, such as the western bridge. You can't also miss an exciting ATV tour crossing rivers while enjoying the exuberant nature. You will also have the possibility of tasting the exotic fruits of the area to have a unique experience. Don't miss this great adventure.
Duration: 9 to 10 hours.

You will be absolutely enthralled with the beauty and splendor of the colonial town of Sante Fe de Antioquia, the first capital of Antioquia prior to Medellin! Experience this captivating, ornate town in a private tour for your party only. Enjoy the vistas and relax while your experienced tour guide delights you with a vast array of historical context in a new comfortable S.U.V.!
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

This phenomenal package brings the best of Colombia so you can admire in a bit over a week, with all accommodation included as well as day tours in every city. From arrival to departure, enjoy the best sceneries Colombia has to offer and interact with locals from every region:

Breakfast x 11
Lunch x 1
 2 nights accommodation with breakfast (double bed, mini bar, AC) Hotel...
 Full day Cartagena City Tour
 Full day Rosario Islands and Baru Tour
 4 nights accommodation (double king size bed, mini bar, AC) Hotel Dorado...
 Full day Medellin City Tour
 Full day Guatape tour (entrance to Peñol rock included)
 Full day coffee tour (lunch included)
 2 nights accommodation with breakfast (double twin bed, mini bar) Hotel...
 Full day Bogota City Tour
 Full day Zipaquira salt cathedral and Villa de Leyva
 Round private airport transportation in every city

Duration: 11 days.

Santa fe de Antioquia or the ” mother city” is located at only one and a half hours ride through the scenic mountains landscapes of the western Andes Highlands from Medellin.
The mother city was founded in 1541 on the western bank of the cauca rivera.

It became the first capital of Antioquia. The clock stand still at 1826 , the year the government move to Medellin.

Its colonial center remains intact, and today it looks very much like it did in the 18 and 19 century. The narrow streets are lined with white washed houses, many arranged around beautiful courtyards, and elaborately carved woodwork around the windows and doorways.

It makes a great day trip away from Medellin. You can also taste the variety of fruits from the surrounding valley.
Duration: 8 hours.

This authentic tour is perfect for those who have had enough of the city and wish to head over to the country side for a couple nights at the coffee region, while combining colonial town of Santafe de Antioquia where the city of Medellin originally was founded. During 3 days and 2 nights enjoy a fantastic journey around Antioquia´s most significant villages such as: Santafe de Antioquia, Jerico, and Jardin. A comprehensive visit to 3 unique villages that describe best the essence of paisa (Medellin native) culture and traditions since early foundations, especially coffee traditions. By the end, you will be able to identify impressive prehispanic architecture while learning the principles of coffee production straight from the coffee collector.
Duration: 3 days.

Visit to the first capital of the department, colonial city of beautiful gates and cobblestone streets, located west of the city. We will arrive to Santa Fe to visit its main attractions, the Puente de Occidente and the fruits planted in the region, accompanied by gastronomic experiences, deserve special consideration. We will return after enjoying a delicious tropical fruit juice.

INCLUDES
Guide (bilingual English - Spanish), medical assistance, private transportation, hydration.

DURATION: 8 hours
Duration: 8 hours.

Enjoy this full-day tour that takes you back in history to the first colonized town in Antioquia. Visit the spectacular Christmas lights at the end of the day. Visit rural cable car (Gondola) and explore the Cauca canyon.
Duration: 8 hours.

If you enjoy being surrounded by colonial architecture and breathtaking landscapes that transport you back to the 1600s, and have an interest in history and how it has influenced culture in America and Colombia, then this is the perfect tour for you. It will take you on a journey through our past, showcasing the first steps that our country took to become what it is today. As you explore, you will be able to recall old memories and gain a deeper appreciation for our rich heritage.

In addition to the historical aspects, this tour will also treat you to a delicious traditional snacks along the way. So, join us on this immersive experience, where you can witness firsthand the intricate ways in which Spain's influence has shaped the culture of Colombia and America.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Medellin is surrounded by diverse and authentic places and they are all worth visiting. Come with us and discover Santa Fe de Antioquia the perfect destination for you to immerse yourself in paisa culture and dive into its history. In this 8-hour tour you will visit the town, Juan del Corral Museum and the iconic bridge of the west.

● Historical landmarks of Antioquia’s history
● Getting to know patrimonial sites in Santa Fe de Antioquia
● Tasting local and typical food from the region
● Great memories of a unique and different tour


Duration: 8 hours.

Skip the typical tourist attractions of Medellín and instead explore the main city parks and squares alongside a personal local guide. Stroll through Pueblito Paisa, Botero Plaza, Arví Park, and the tree-lined neighborhood of Laureles. This private full-day tour in the ‘City of Eternal Spring’ is customizable with a flexible departure time from your accommodation.
Duration: 8 hours.

Join this full-day tour of Antioquia and Medellín! Your professional tour guide will transfer you to each location in an air-conditioned vehicle for maximum comfort. Get to know popular sites such as Pueblito Paisa and the Occidente Bridge on this historical excursion.
Duration: 9 hours.

Discover Medellín's most influential parks on a fully narrated tour that will take you beyond so called touristy attractions on a fully narrated tour with flexible departure times any day of the week.
Duration: 4 hours.

Come, enjoy, live, feel, interact, dream and take the best memories. Be part of this warm earth, its particular gastronomy, its cobbled streets, its colonial houses, churches full of faith and its parks that keep great stories, as well as the majestic bridge of the West that seems not to feel the passage of time, accompanied of professional guides born in these lands, lovers of nature and knowledgeable about their history.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Santa Fé de Antioquia is located only a two-hour ride from Medellín through scenic mountain landscapes. The town was founded in 1541 on the Western back of the Cauca River and became the first capital of Antioquia in 1584. It is declared a Cultural Heritage Village thanks to its colonial architecture with many historic churches, plazas and monuments. Furthermore, the village of Santa Fé is known for its unique jewellery - the Filigree technique - a delicate kind of jewellery metalwork, usually of gold or silver, arranged in artistic motifs.

Explore the cultural and arquitectonic treasures of Santa Fé de Antioquia. Get to know the history of the oldest town of Antiquia and be impressed by the complexity of its colonial centre. Experience a private visit in an artisanal manufactory of silver & gold jewellery. Discover the impressive cañons of the Cauca river visiting the well-known bridge “Puente del Occidente” considered one of the longest suspension bridges in the world.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

We will visit the town of Santa Fe, observing its bridge that connects to the entrance of this beautiful place. We will tour its historic centre and learn from its history.
Duration: 8 hours.

This activity offers the perfect combination of outdoors delights such as grill, drinks, all served to you on the shores of a colombian river by a private cook who takes care of everything so you can just relax. Suggested time is 8 AM, and you are collected privately at your hotel or Airbnb. There is no need to bring anything because it is all ready for you to just enjoy. Bring bathing suit and empty stomach.
Duration: 10 hours.

A representative of Panamericana de Viajes DMC will contact you at your hotel to start a tour for the west part of the province of Antioquia. In this area,
the temperature is around 30°C, and there, charming municipalities, such as Santa Fe de Antioquia, the first capital of the province with its fruits,
streets in stone, and houses of bahareque and tapia tread lie. This population part of the Network of Heritage Municipalities of Colombia captivates
travelers with its colonial architecture, which is represented in white facades, as well as large wooden doors and windows in their homes. We will visit
also the hanging bridge of the West, declared a national monument, and built between 1887 and 1895 on the Cauca River. Then, we will continue to
San Jerónimo known as “The land of Cocoa,” to take lunch in a hotel complex where we will enjoy some free time. At the end of the day, you return to
your hotel.
Duration: 8 hours.

This special opportunity allows you to comprehend the whole city and get tips from a local. Check out Medellin from every angle on this private, full-day tour to colonial Santa Fé de Antioquia. Tour hours are flexible so you may choose to start at your convenience.
Duration: 9 hours.

You will be absolutely enthralled with the beauty and splendor of the colonial town of Sante Fe de Antioquia, the first capital of Antioquia prior to Medellin! Experience this captivating, ornate town in a private tour for your party only. Enjoy the vistas and relax while your experienced tour guide delights you with a vast array of historical context in a new comfortable S.U.V.!
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

These 13 amazing days on our Colombia Passage tour will fill you with an abundance of enjoyment and experiences to be shared for the rest of your life.

You’ll experience the true Medellín where you will climb to the top of a giant rock with unbelievable views, unlike anything else in the world. Learn how to grow and brew the perfect coffee, visit heritage-listed pueblos (small towns) and enjoy a food tour of the local flavors.

In Cartagena, you’ll discover the coastal Caribbean life in the crystal clear waters of the Rosario Islands as well as an approach to relaxation at the mud volcanoes.

In Santa Marta, you’ll visit an indigenous village, and have the opportunity to go tubing down the famous Palmonio River into the Caribbean Sea. Explore Minca, it's cocoa plantation, and hidden waterfalls before enjoying the tropical waters and sandy beaches of Cabo San Juan in Tayrona Park.
Duration: 13 days.

Due to the current situation we all miss travelling and everybody would like to get out to experience other cities and countries. Also, people working in tourism all over the world are facing very hard times, especially little family-owned businesses like MedellinCityServices, employer to a number of local guides. With this Virtual Santa Fe de Antioquia Tour, you are able to explore the beautiful town Santa Fe de Antioquia from home and additionally support the locals in Colombia! Let your mind travel to this amazing little city, get impressions of the interesting culture and get inspired for your next vacation! We will be happy to welcome you to Colombia and our tours when travelling is possible again.
Duration: 25 minutes.

we will visit the Town of Santa Fe de Antioquia, where you will learn about the culture and history of the first capital of the region, we will also take a tour of the museum and finally the western bridge, you will learn about the filigree, gold work in threads, which It is an economic activity of this town, our time is your time, you can handle it as you prefer.
Duration: 7 hours.

Get out of the city and enjoy two heritage towns in the same trip. The first day we will visit Santa Fe de Antioquia and its unmissable places, we will continue our tour making a panoramic tour through Andes to finally arrive at the municipality of Jardín, we will visit the Central Square, walk its streets and learn a little more about this beautiful place.
The following day we will have a tour through a typical coffee farm and we will learn about the whole process. We will finish with a delicious lunch in this place and then we will return to Medellin. Get out of the city and enjoy two heritage towns in the same trip.

INCLUDES:
Guide (bilingual English - Spanish), medical assistance, private transportation, hydration, typical lunches, Entrance to coffee farm.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
Rates do not include lodging

DURATION: 2 days

Duration: 2 days.

The River House Experience combines history, nature, tranquility, hiking, road trip, and fun. An important part of the local 'paisa' lifestyle is the 'finca' culture, or country houses, being in nature, disconnecting from the city noise, enjoying a drink and some great food, listening to the birds singing. This region also shows us great colonial heritage which is not easy to find anymore in modern-day Colombia. The trip is completely private and customized, travelers can modify the tour as they like. Our transportation is a comfortable SUV with AC. Colombia Bliss also provides our guests a personalized drone footage of the trip, so visitors will have this unforgettable memory recorded.
Duration: 2 days.

Colombia is one of the most magical and wonderful locations in this wonderful world we live in. You have not experienced anything like what Colombia and the exceptional Colombianos can offer.
On this tour, you will explore the cultural hub of Bogotá, go underground to discover a labyrinth of passages and caves in the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira. You will have time to view Bogotá from the peak of Monserrate and from the 400-year-old stone streets in La Candelaria.
You will walk through the Wax Palm Forest of the Valley de Cocora. Stroll the colorful streets of Salento and explore the exquisite architecture of Filandia.

You’ll spend a night in a Finca in the Zona Cafetera; options of traveling to the Fauna & Flora Sanctuary of Otun Qumbaya to go bird and monkey spotting, the amazing Thermal Pools of Santa Rosa, travel to an indigenous village and maybe enjoy floating down the Palomino river on a tube. Perhaps you’d like to enjoy the option of exploring Jardin de Antioquia?
Duration: 19 days.

With this amazing experience, you will get to discover our breathtaking landscapes of this region with its unique atmosphere and mix of urban and rural areas.

You will be able to go deep into the mountains. Also, you can explore amazing trails in the woods, appreciate the nature and the houses that surround this beautiful town. This is a great opportunity to explore the country in a different way, breathtaking landscapes, roads, nature and many features that make of Colombia, a unique and fascinating land.
Medellin has undergone a great process of transformation over the last years, nowadays it is one of the most developed cities in South America. But there is something that also stands out a lot in the region: its mountains and green surroundings. After the pick up, we will drive for about 35 minutes to one of the hills that borders the city of Medellin, once we get there, you will have the chance to go paragliding with a certified guide for about 15 minutes.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.